Physician Assistant - Surgical Services (Surgical Subspecialty nights) - Bethlehem Campus

Physician Assistant

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

These PA's supplement and provide coverage to the surgical subspecialties with daily rounding, admissions, consults, discharges, urgent/emergent unit and ED calls as well as in house provider coverage after hours for the vascular and surgical subspecialty groups.

Culture:

St. Luke's is a thriving, integrated health network where more than 1000 Advanced Practitioners are integral members of the health care team. Our employed providers benefit from a dedicated leadership structure, a professional organization, and a culture that puts patient care at the center. With an established department of advanced practice that has a dedicated leadership structure, and with room for advancement and growth within the network, learn more about why St. Luke's is an ideal place to practice as an Advanced Practitioner.

The Surgical Advanced Practice Team at St. Luke's University Health Network:

With the Surgical Subspecialties within the Surgical Advanced Practice Department, you will always have support of other surgical PAs, fellows and attendings. With over 50 surgical APs, you will find longevity within the department demonstrating an excellent work environment. There is detailed individualized orientation and training for all aspects of the position. Surgical PAs at the Bethlehem/University Campus have been integral to Surgical Services for over 40 years. The Physician Assistant will cover Surgical Subspecialties services, minimal OR, admissions, floor calls, procedures.

Schedule/call/weekends: Surgical Position with Night coverage 1500-0700 with rotating weekends including weekends and holidays. This schedule allows for ample time off, as well as 9 consecutive days off in week 4.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Competent in the assessment, treatment, counseling, and education of the patient, and their families, being provided medical services.
• Competency in evaluating patients and performing physical examinations including obtaining, studying, and updating medical histories.
• Demonstrates ability to determine abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, such as radiologic and laboratory studies, and then accurately interpreting test results.
• Evaluates, develops, and implements appropriate patient management and treatment plans, based on assessment of needs
• Coordinates and communicates patient care effectively with other healthcare professionals and institutions to meet patient's healthcare needs.
• Provides high quality health care, based on best practice and/or evidenced based medicine.
• Performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, as appropriate, and aligned with granted clinical privileges
• As requested, conduct virtual care services, described as live and interactive clinical assessments, diagnosis, and treatment of patients via St. Luke's virtual care platform, assisting in care coordination and/or escalation of care, as appropriate
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies. Maintains required continuing medical education
• Participates in the research, development, implementation, and tracking of clinical management guidelines.
• Participates in the teaching of multidisciplinary students (nursing, nurse practitioner, pharmacy, physician assistant, medical, etc.) and physician residents & fellows, ensuring a positive educational environment.
• Participates in AP student clinical rotation preceptorship, when assigned
• Demonstrates performance improvement in the following areas as appropriate: clinical care/outcomes, customer/service improvement, operational system/process, and safety.
• Competent in utilizing electronic medical record, remains current with medical record documentation, and provides documentation that is for optimal for billing provided professional services.
• Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.
• Develops care and dispositions plans in conjunction with the case management team.

Qualifications:

Must be board eligible or board-Certified Medical Physician Assistant with current license to practice in the state of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, as determined by the job location.

Although one year experience in a similar setting is preferred, new grads are encouraged to apply!

What we can offer you?

• Robust orientation program for all levels of experience including new grads
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Competitive Compensation Package
• CME plus Certification Cost Reimbursement
• Fitness and Sports Performance Center Memberships
• Malpractice Insurance
• Team-based care with well-educated, dedicated support staff
• Teaching, research, quality improvement and strategic development opportunities

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Sit up to 8 hours per day; 3 hours at a time. Stand for up to 8 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walking for up to 6 hours per day. Frequently lifting, carrying and pushing objects up to 10 pounds. Rarely lifting, carrying and pushing objects up to 75 pounds. Frequently stooping and bending. Frequently reaching above shoulder level. Frequently handling, firm grasping and twisting & turning as it relates to performing procedures. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision. Must be able to speak as it relates to normal conversation and projection as it relates to lectures and presentations.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.